Bismuth iodoform paraffin paste: a review.
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INTRODUCTION This article reviews the literature pertaining to bismuth iodoform paraffin paste. OVERVIEW Bismuth iodoform paraffin paste is used in most otolaryngology departments on a daily basis. Questions about its properties are common in postgraduate otolaryngology examinations. This article reviews bismuth iodoform paraffin paste's current and historical usage, constituents, properties, side effects, and radiographic properties, and its alternatives in otological and rhinological practice.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- The Journal of laryngology and otology
دوره 126 11 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2011